Shawn Mullins
Singer-songwriter, 'Lullaby' hitmaker
Born
March 8th, 1968
57 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A singer-songwriter from America, gained prominence in the 1990s with the release of the hit song 'Lullaby.' The song reached number one on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart and was nominated for a Grammy Award. Influenced by folk and rock music, produced multiple albums over the years, including 'Soul's Core,' which further established a significant following. Performed extensively in various venues and festivals, showcasing a distinctive blend of narrative songwriting and melodic composition.
Released the hit song 'Lullaby'
Nominated for a Grammy Award
Produced the album 'Soul's Core'
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